Match List I with List II: Words with their antonyms
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LIST I |
LIST II |
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A. Meticulous |
I. Neglect |
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B. Abrupt |
II. Active |
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C. Nurse |
III. Careless |
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D. Ennui |
IV. Gradual |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) - A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
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Meticulous (A) - Careless (III)
- Meticulous means paying great attention to detail, and its antonym is careless, which indicates a lack of attention.
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Abrupt (B) - Gradual (IV)
- Abrupt means sudden or unexpected, and its antonym is gradual, meaning happening slowly over time.
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Nurse (C) - Neglect (I)
- Nurse means to care for or nurture, and its antonym is neglect, meaning to fail to care for.
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Ennui (D) - Active (II)
- Ennui means boredom or a lack of activity, and its antonym is active, meaning engaged or energetic.